Halloween F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop Hosted by Maker’s Mark
Frankfort Avenue will host a special FAT Friday Halloween Hop, sponsored by Maker’s Mark. Extra trolleys will run along Frankfort Avenue from Cannon's Lane to River Road, with an added stop at Hillcrest Avenue for this Hop. Hoppers are encouraged to dress in costume and bring the whole family for trick or treating along the Avenue. Many businesses will host special offers, live music and refreshments including Maker’s Mark drink specials.
October 31, 6 - 10:30 p.m.
Frankfort Avenue
Louisville, KY 40207
www.fatfridayhop.org
502-418-6819
Free!
Relient K at the Mercury Ballroom
Relient K is coming to Louisville to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their album MMHMM. The pop-punk-Christian band will also be hosting special guests Blondefire and From Indian Lakes.
October 30, 7:30-11 p.m.
Mercury Ballroom
611 S Fourth Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
www.mercuryballroom.com
502-583-4555
$23
The World’s Largest Halloween Party at The Louisville Zoo
If scary is no fun for your little ones, then don’t miss the sweetest party in town. Don’t miss the last night of trick-or-treating at the Louisville Zoo. Join them for an evening of magical Halloween fun for the whole family as storybook scenes come to life with costumed characters and trick-or-treating throughout the Zoo for kids 11 and under.
October 30, 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, KY 40213
www.louisvillezoo.org/halloween/
502-459-2181
$5 for members, $10 for non-members
alloween Party Inspired by Murder Ballads at Copper & Kings
This Halloween party will feature local bands Vice Tricks and the Revenants who, together, will cover the entire rock album by Murder Ballads and the Bad Seeds in its entirety. “The Black Irish Elvis”, Louisville's band of bartenders, will concoct cocktails inspired by the album songs and their own version of the classic brandy cocktail, Corpse Reviver. Wear your best costume, Nick Cave look-alikes are encouraged and the best one will be rewarded. Must be 21 or over to enter.
October 31, 7 - 11 p.m.
Copper & Kings American Brandy Distillery
1111 East Washington Street
Louisville, KY 40206
www.eventbrite.com/e/murder-ballads-tickets-12759615353
502-721-0335
$7
The Rocky Horror Show at the Bardstown Community Theater
The Rocky Horror Show returns to Bardstown! The stage has been set for another wild weekend in Bardstown, Kentucky for the Bardstown Community Theater's production of The Rocky Horror Show. This years cast is comprised of a group of experienced performers and talented newcomers with a live music accompaniment. This production is not suitable for children under the age of 16. No one under the age of 18 will be permitted without a parent.
October 31 and November 1, 8 - 11 p.m.
Nelson County Civic Center
321 South Third Street
Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
www.bardstowncommunitytheatre.com/rocky-horror-show.html
502-974-0007
$15
Tony and the Tan Lines at Headliners Music Hall
Tony and the Tan Lines, the world’s newest, hottest, sexiest musical adventure is ready to party with you. Capturing the smooth soul of the 70’s and the hot Miami sound from the early 80’s, Tony and the Tan Lines are sure to bring the celebration wherever they pull into port. From Hall and Oates and Huey Lewis to Gloria Estefan and Steely Dan, this group of musical sexpots will keep you dancing, drinking, and singing along until the sun goes down.
October 31, 9 - 11:55 p.m.
Headliners Music Hall
1386 LEXINGTON RD.
Louisville, KY 40206
www.headlinerslouisville.com
502-584-8088
$15 advance, $17 day of
Multiple Sclerosis Pumpkin Derby
Racing Pumpkins to Raise Awareness about Multiple Sclerosis. Bring your family and friends along with your most creative pumpkin racer for a fun-filled day of pumpkin racing! And while you compete to be Grand Champion you can learn about Multiple Sclerosis and enjoy the activities in the Fun Zone!Check out the website for full details, registration information and rules.
November 1, 12 - 4 p.m.
Louisville Slugger Field
401 E. Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
www.mspumpkinderby.com
502-417-7533
Prices vary by activity
The Vinyl Kings Performing at Turtle Run Winery Fall Concert Series
Bring a slab o'beef and cook away in the Medieval Pit's wood-fired grill. Enjoy hayrides all afternoon, plus a big ol' bonfire to keep you nice and toasty through the night. Bring a picnic, whatever you want to eat, just no other alcohol please. There are plenty of picnic tables but if they are all taken and you need a chair, just ask! Our concerts are free, so buy a bottle of wine and enjoy the show.
November 1, 1:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Turtle Run Winery
940 St. Peters Church Road NE
Corydon, IN 47112
www.turtlerunwinery.com
812-952-2650
Free
Riverside Halloween Fest
Adults deserve a spooky evening of their own, and Riverside Cigar Shop & Lounge along with Match Cigar Bar are hosting Halloween Fest to provide just that. Come as your favorite Hollywood movie star for an opportunity to win the costume contest. The night will also include an appearance from Sean Williams of Primer Mundo for a special release of his world-famous Epifania blend cigars and excellent specials on many Sean William's cigars. A selection of Oktoberfest beer selections, bourbon punch and Crispin Hard Cider will also be available.
November 1, 7 - 11 p.m.
Riverside Cigar Shop & Lounge
201 Spring Street
Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
502-727-5824
Free, Oktoberfest dinner buffet $10
A Veery Skeery HalloVVeen with Va Va Vixens at Art Sanctuary
Art Sanctuary and The Va Va Vixens have returned for yet another original production with “Va Va Variety!" This Modern Day Vaudeville-style Burlesque Variety show will blow your mind with over 25 beautiful and talented women (and men)! They will be crooning, screeching, flying through air, dancing with flair, contorting, adorning glittery costumes, flirting and kissing at the "kissing booth"! To any Va Va Virgins out there… Come experience what you’ve been missing!
November 1, 9 - 11:30 p.m.
Art Sanctuary
1433 South Shelby Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40217
www.vavavixens.com
502-386-7114
$20 General admission / $30 VIP Table
Louisville Jack O'Lantern Spectacular
The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular will have over 5,000 carved pumpkins lining a ¼-mile walking trail, illuminated at night as an “art show” daily from dusk to 11 p.m. during the week (Sunday-Thursday) and midnight on Friday & Saturday.
November 1, 5 – 11 p.m.
Iroquois Park
1080 Amphiteater Rd.
Louisville, KY 401214
www.jackolanternlouisville.com
502-584-2121
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